Prospective students are encouraged to contact individual faculty members to learn more about their research and the graduate programs they would recommend for pursuing different aspects of the microbial sciences.

Integrated Training in Microbial Systems (ITiMS) - This multi-disciplinary program offers mentorship and support to University of Michigan doctoral students exploring the burgeoning field of microbiome studies. We aim to train future scientists who will design and implement novel prevention, diagnostic, and treatment strategies stemming from a deep understanding of the impact of microbial communities on human and environmental health.